Secundaria

Aikia Carter

Aikia joins Maumee Valley after an 11-year career at the Stellantis Toledo Assembly Complex in North Toledo. Her most recent role was as the administrative assistant to the Executive Committee, where she provided comprehensive office support to committee members. Previously, she served as a logistics analyst, managing inventory and analyzing data to ensure production efficiency. Aikia also has a background in early childhood education, having worked in a five-star childcare facility where she studied Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies. Working with children is her passion, alongside her administrative and analytical expertise. She holds an associate’s degree in applied business from Davis University, a bachelor of science in business administration from Lourdes University, and a Child Development Associate credential.

Rob Conover

Contenido

Salena Ferguson

Salena brings extensive experience as a licensed social worker to Maumee Valley. Most recently, she served as a student assistance program coordinator for the Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West. In that role, she oversaw drug and alcohol prevention programming and provided evidence-based support to students in local school districts. She previously served as a waiver service coordinator at the Area Office on Aging, addressing the psychological and social well-being of clients over 60. At Ohio Guidestone, she supported pregnant and parenting students through individual and group counseling. Salena has also volunteered with organizations such as Lucas County Mental Health & Recovery Services and the Boys and Girls Club of America, demonstrating her commitment to community and mental health. She has over 12 years of experience as a mental health professional, working in schools and building programs. She has a bachelor’s degree and is working towards her master’s degree in social work, both from The University of Toledo.

Julie Hicks

Julie Hicks has extensive experience as an intervention specialist, including roles at the Educational Service Center Lake Erie West and Oregon City Schools, where she excelled in implementing IEPs, facilitating professional development, and supporting literacy interventions. She has served on various Ohio Department of Education committees and the National Advisory Panel for ETS/Praxis Reading Specialist exams. In addition, she is a certified IMSE Orton-Gillingham Structured Literacy Specialist and a LETRS Regional Facilitator. She is dedicated to fostering personalized learning and resiliency for students with learning challenges and speaks and publishes regularly regarding her work, including this Septiembre at the 36th Annual Symposium, sponsored by the Northern Ohio branch of the International Dyslexia Association. She has a bachelor of science degree in speech-language pathology and a master of education degree in special education, both from The University of Toledo. She has Ohio licenses as a reading specialist (PreK-12) and as an intervention specialist mild-moderate (K-12).

Lindsey Konrad

Lindsey Konrad brings experience as both in-person and online instructor to her role as the part-time math teacher for grades 7 and 8. A passionate and innovative teacher with expertise in 7-12 mathematics, she has taught math at Whitmer High School (Washington Local Schools) and for the Electronic Classroom of Tomorrow and Ohio Virtual Academy. She enjoys engaging students with interactive lessons to facilitate critical thinking and problem-solving skills and is adept at using growth mindset techniques to encourage students’ motivation and growth. Lindsey has experience in developing lesson plans and both group and one-on-one instruction. She has a bachelor of science degree in business from Miami University and a master in education degree (7-12 mathematics) from The University of Toledo.

Angela McCray-Hancock

Kara Nachtrab

Kara Nachtrab brings diverse professional and community experience to Maumee Valley. Most recently, she served as a special education teacher at Sylvania Schools, where she planned lessons, graded assignments, and supported students in a mild/moderate classroom. An active community member in Sylvania and Toledo, she has held roles such as chairperson for St. Joseph’s Church Giving Tree and PTO Secretary at St. Joseph’s School. Her background also includes a successful career with Takeda Pharmaceuticals, where she excelled as a sales representative, earning top regional awards. Kara is known for her organizational skills, enthusiasm, and ability to work effectively with diverse personalities. She has a bachelor of science degree in marketing from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree in education from Lourdes University.

Ashley Ouimet

Ashley Ouimet joins Maumee Valley from Fostoria City Schools (Fostoria, OH), where served as a Middle School technology teacher focusing on advancing students’ technology skills and integrating lessons across subjects. She also worked as an academic interventionist at Springfield Local Schools, specializing in phonics intervention and student development. Her role as a curriculum designer for Ink Splash involved creating tailored curriculum and assessment materials. At Whiteford Agricultural Schools (Ottawa Lake, MI), she taught 6th grade, chaired the department, and led curriculum development efforts. She also has taught 7th and 8th grade for Toledo Public Schools. She emphasizes project-based learning, critical thinking, and leveraging educational technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. She has a bachelor of science degree in international relations from Central Michigan University and a master’s degree in middle childhood education from The University of Toledo.

Kristen Sanders

Kristen Sanders has more than 21 years of experience in art education. She has served as an art instructor at the Toledo Museum of Art for students ages 5-18 since 2003 and taught grades Kindergarten through 8th grade at Christ the King Elementary School. Kristen excels in two- and three-dimensional arts, including sculpture, ceramics, jewelry making, printmaking, drawing, painting, and photography. She is a Golden Apple nominee, certified yoga instructor, and has organized numerous student art exhibitions. Her work has been showcased in exhibitions at the Toledo Museum of Art and the Ohio Jewelers Association, among others. She is known for her dedication, flexibility, and effective integration of core subjects into art curriculum. She has a bachelor of arts degree in painting and photography from Bowling Green State University and a master’s degree in art education from The University of Toledo.

Morgan Seavolt

Morgan Seavolt joins Maumee Valley having taught and observed a wide range of age groups, from young 5s to 12th grade, across various schools. She has worked in elementary and middle schools for Hudson Area Schools (Hudson, MI); elementary, intermediate, and high schools for Tecumseh Public Schools (Tecumseh, MI); and elementary schools for Adrian Public Schools (Adrian, MI). Her hands-on experience includes developing and teaching health and physical education lessons, facilitating diverse activities, and supporting students’ overall physical well-being. She holds a bachelor of arts degree in health and physical education from Adrian College, where she was a four-year member of its acrobatics and tumbling team.

Dona Schwalm

Dona Schwalm returns to Maumee Valley this year in the new role of Middle School math teacher. She served last year as a Middle School science and social studies teacher for 4th and 6th graders. She has been a substitute at Maumee Valley since 2007 and a teacher assistant for both the Lower School and Middle School. She has served in teaching and substitute roles for school districts in southeast Michigan and northwest Ohio. She has a bachelor of science degree in elementary education from Eastern Michigan University and a master of education degree in curriculum and instruction from Walden University.

Holly Wallace

Holly Wallace brings a wealth of experience in both teaching and educational leadership. She served as principal and director of summer programming for Monroe Public Schools (Monroe, MI) from 2018 to 2023 and as the district’s curriculum specialist from 2015 to 2022, where she implemented K-12 adoptions in all content areas. Holly has extensive experience in curriculum development, professional development, student and family engagement, and school improvement. She has led numerous initiatives, supervised and evaluated educators, and coordinated programs to enhance student learning. She has taught many grade levels, including all grades 1st through 6th. She has a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in the art of teaching from Marygrove College.